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Definition for CAT'-TAIL
CAT'SUP
CAT'TLE
CAT'-TAIL
, n. [cat and tail.]
A species of the genus Typha, the downy substance of which is used for stuffing mattresses, &c. – Bailey.
A substance growing on nut-trees, pines, &c. – Bailey.
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